Canon SX220 HS vs Sony TF1
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Canon SX220 HS vs Sony TF1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-392mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- n/ag - 106 x 59 x 33mm
- Introduced February 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-100mm (F3.6-4.7) lens
- 152g - 102 x 62 x 23mm
- Announced June 2013
Canon SX220 HS vs Sony TF1 Overview
Here is a detailed assessment of the Canon SX220 HS and Sony TF1, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by brands Canon and Sony. There is a significant difference between the resolutions of the SX220 HS (12MP) and TF1 (16MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Cutting-edge AI developed by Apple deciphers subtle nuances in pixelsThe SX220 HS was introduced 3 years before the TF1 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the SX220 HS scores against the TF1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Canon SX220 HS vs Sony TF1 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon SX220 HS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX220 HS Gallery and Sony TF1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX220 HS over the Sony TF1
SX220 HS | TF1 | |||
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Manually focus | Very precise focus | |||
Screen size | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 461k | 460k | Crisper screen (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony TF1 over the Canon SX220 HS
TF1 | SX220 HS | |||
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Announced | June 2013 | February 2011 | Fresher by 28 months | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Canon SX220 HS and Sony TF1
SX220 HS | TF1 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen |
Canon SX220 HS vs Sony TF1 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon SX220 HS provides outer dimensions of 106mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) and the Sony TF1 has sizing of 102mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon SX220 HS and Sony TF1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the SX220 HS against the TF1.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the SX220 HS and TF1 is 96 and 94 respectively.
Canon SX220 HS vs Sony TF1 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be tough to picture the gap between sensor sizing merely by reading a spec sheet. The photograph below might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SX220 HS and TF1.
Clearly, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Sony TF1 to offer you extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs way more aggressively. The older SX220 HS is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.
Canon SX220 HS vs Sony TF1 Screen and ViewFinder
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Canon SX220 HS vs Sony TF1 Specifications
Canon SX220 HS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Sony |
Model | Canon SX220 HS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2011-02-07 | 2013-06-21 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DIGIC 4 with iSAPS technology | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-392mm (14.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/3.6-4.7 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 461 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | PureColor II TG TFT LCD | TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 seconds | 2 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/3200 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 3.90 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/2000 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30,120 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 240 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | - | 152 grams (0.34 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 106 x 59 x 33mm (4.2" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 102 x 62 x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 210 photos | 240 photos |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-5L | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/ MMCplus/HC MMCplus | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $399 | $266 |